HHS OCR report · 2021
San Andreas Regional Center data breach
OCR report facts
- Covered entity
- San Andreas Regional Center
- Entity type
- Business Associate
- State
- California
- Individuals affected
- 57,244
- Submission date
- Aug 25, 2021
- Type of breach
- Hacking/IT Incident
- Location of breached information
- Network Server
- Business associate present
- Yes
- Status
- Archive (closed)
OCR description
The business associate (BA), San Andreas Regional Center, reported that it was the victim of a ransomware attack that compromised the protected health information (PHI) of 57,244 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, dates of birth, telephone numbers, Social Security numbers, drivers’ license numbers, passport numbers, email addresses, health insurance information, photos, diagnoses, and other treatment information. The BA notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. ...
Text as published on the HHS OCR breach portal.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were affected by the San Andreas Regional Center data breach?
The report to HHS OCR lists 57,244 individuals affected.
When was it reported to HHS?
It was submitted to HHS OCR on Aug 25, 2021.
What type of breach was it?
The OCR portal lists the type of breach as Hacking/IT Incident, with the breached information located in: Network Server.
Is the investigation still open?
No. The report is in the OCR portal archive, which holds reports where OCR has closed its review.
Is a breach notice letter from San Andreas Regional Center legitimate?
This site cannot verify letters. Check the sender against the organisation's official website and the HHS OCR breach portal, and avoid calling numbers or clicking links only listed in an unexpected message. See our guide on what to do after a data breach notice.
Source: HHS OCR Breach Portal, OCR export October 2026. Network USA is not affiliated with HHS or San Andreas Regional Center.